Pumpkin Granola

Ingredients

  • 4 cup large flake oats
  • ½ cup pumpkin seeds
  • ½ cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 pitted dates, ( chopped )
  • 1/2 dried cranberries
  • ½ cup pure pumpkin
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, ( melted)
    ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 Tbsp cinnamon
  • 1 Tbsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1  tsp ground ginger
  • pinch of himalayan salt

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl combine oats, nuts & seeds.
  • Distribute evenly amongst the two lined baking sheets and toast until golden brown, about 10 -15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile mix together pumpkin puree, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and all spices.
  • Add toasted mixture, plus dried fruit and combine well.
  • Pour mixture back onto baking sheets and press down evenly with the back of a wooden spoon.
  • Return to oven and bake for an additional 20 -30 minutes until golden brown.
  • Cool completely and place in a airtight container  or jar – (I like keep it in the fridge)

** once cooled, add 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips for  a yummy twist!!

Makes approx 12, 1/2 cup servings ~ per serving ~ 269 Calories, 35gr Carbs, 12gr Fat, 5gr Protein, 13gr Sugar, 4gr Fiber